Merle Watson
ARTIST Biography
Eddy Merle Watson was a highly skilled American folk and bluegrass guitarist, born on February 8, 1949, in Deep Gap, North Carolina. He was the son of Arthel Lane “Doc” Watson, a prominent guitarist, singer, and songwriter, and Rosa Lee Carlton Watson.
Merle began playing guitar at an early age and learned various styles, including country, blues, and bluegrass, from his father. His technical skills and musical talent quickly became evident, and by the age of 15, he had already started performing and recording albums with his father.
Merle’s unique fingerstyle technique, which he developed from his father’s playing style, became his trademark. He also played other instruments, including banjo, dobro, and slide guitar, and was known for his exceptional harmonies and songwriting abilities.
Despite his young age, Merle quickly became a respected and sought-after musician, performing at numerous music festivals, including the Newport Folk Festival and the Grand Ole Opry. He recorded several albums with his father, including the critically acclaimed “Two Days in November” and “Down South.”
Sadly, Merle’s promising career was cut short when he died in a tractor accident on October 23, 1985, at the age of 36. However, his music lives on and continues to inspire new generations of musicians.
Eddy Merle Watson was an American folk, blues, country, and bluegrass multi-instrumentalist from Deep Gap, NC, and the son of Doc Watson and Rosa Lee Carlton.
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Released January 01, 1998
Last updated March 26, 2024